Job Description

About the role

Balfour Beatty Power T&D are seeking a highly capable Senior BIM Coordinator to deliver digital excellence across multiutility infrastructure projects in the Gas, Power & Water sectors.



The successful candidate will report directly to the BIM Manager bringing deep experience to support BIM coordination, digital delivery, and utility design, and will play a key role in mentoring apprentices, upskilling operational teams,

and aligning closely with the design team to foster innovation and future growth.



This role requires a strong technical background, collaboration across teams, and a commitment to delivering high- quality digital models for utility infrastructure projects.



A qualification as a BIM information management practitioner (BS19650) is desirable.



Balfour Beatty welcomes applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job-sharing arrangements. Additionally, the company offers a flexible working policy to support a healthy work-life balance.

What you'll be doing

Key Responsibilities

Support the BIM Manager in developing and managing BIM models for utility infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Develop and manage BIM models for utility infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Ensure BIM models adhere to regulatory requirements, project specifications, and client expectations. Assist in the implementation of BIM workflows and digital tools across design and delivery phases, including Autodesk Civil 3D, Navisworks, and Common Data Environments (ProjectWise, ACC). Provide hands-on support in clash detection and coordination activities, helping resolve design conflicts and improve project integration. Contribute to the maintenance of BIM standards, templates, and workflows, ensuring consistency and efficiency across projects. Mentor apprentices and junior staff, sharing technical knowledge and supporting their development in BIM and information management. Deliver operational upskilling sessions and training workshops to enhance team capability in digital delivery and BIM practices. Collaborate closely with the design team to ensure BIM outputs align with project goals and support design development. Generate detailed models, drawings, reports, and visualisations to aid project planning and stakeholder engagement. Maintain and update BIM standards, templates, and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency across projects. Participate in coordination meetings, design reviews, and stakeholder discussions, representing BIM interests and supporting the BIM Manager. Stay informed on industry trends, software updates, and emerging technologies, and share insights with the wider team.

Who we're looking for

Qualifications & Skills

Foundation Degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field. 10+ years of experience in BIM coordination and utility design within the Gas, Power & Water sectors. Qualification as a BIM information management practitioner (BS19650) is desirable. Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, Navisworks, and CDE platforms (ProjectWise, ACC/BIM360). Strong understanding of utility infrastructure design and BIM processes. Experience in mentoring, training, and supporting team development. Familiarity with GIS integration (MapInfo, QGIS), 4D scheduling, and asset management. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and supportive approach. Knowledge of ISO19650 standards and regulatory compliance in BIM.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.



As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.



From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.



Diversity and inclusion



At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion



We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.



As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/



We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com



Job Reference: BBUK14046